Slay wasn't even on scout's radar in the beginning of the season. Now he's gone from a fifth/sixth-round grade to a likely second day selection, considering he ran the fastest 40-yard dash (4.36) at his position. After transferring from JUCO, he spent his junior season with the Bulldogs as a nickel back and special teamer. He broke out as a senior starter opposite the more heralded Johnthan Banks, leading Mississippi State with five interceptions and returning one for a touchdown. Slay still has room to improve in terms of technique and pure coverage skills at the next level, but he’s rocketed up draft boards because of his ball skills and playmaking abilities. He could also play free safety because of his size. Top needs: CB, ILB, TE, WR, RB.

Pete Carroll was not happy with his run defense last season. Williams isn’t a terror pass-rusher, but he’s a massive space-eater with great strength and fundamentals. He'll help plug the holes in an otherwise dominant defense that caused Carroll so much frustration a year ago. Top needs: DT, OLB, CB, OL.

At Oregon State, Poyer was a superb punt returner and had an uncanny nose for the ball. He is a corner who hits like a safety. He also led the Pac-12 in interceptions the last two years. Poyer could start for the Chargers as soon as this season. Worst case scenario, he plays nickel back and handles punt returns.